Is this a good build?

RichardM94 · Jun 12, 2013

I've currently decided to build my very first gaming computer and I'm wondering if the following is a good setup to play games on high settings with great fps:

http://pcpartpicker.com/p/15UKi

I'm also wondering what else I would need to order besides small accessories such as a mouse, keyboard, and monitor. Also, I'd like to get a 256GB SSD for faster loading and overall PC speeds since I've heard quite a few good things about it, but I'm planning on doing that in the future. Since this is my first, I'm a pretty big noob to all of this. Also, I've never owned a desktop (except an ancient one) and I'm wondering what else I should order with it.

Some games I would like to play are Far Cry 3, Arma II or III, Battlefield, and most shooters.

If you have any suggestions on what I should and shouldn't use or any recommendations, that would help greatly. Thanks again.

RichardM94 · Jun 13, 2013

Decided to change to the 7870 XT, not sure if it's worth it though! Also, updated the link.

chromic · Jun 13, 2013

why so low res screen?

your system is good enough for high - maxed, 1080p gameplay.

full HD and tiny bit bigger http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16824009316&nm_mc=AFC-C8Junction&cm_mmc=AFC-C8Junction-_-na-_-na-_-na&cm_sp=&AID=10446076&PID=3938566&SID=

I also suggest that you swap that WD 1TB hdd caviar blue --> WD 1TB hdd caviar black, its tad bit faster.

programs load up more quickly, games load faster, system startup takes less time..etcetc

RichardM94 · Jun 13, 2013

chromic :

How does this look?
http://pcpartpicker.com/p/15UKi

Also, I'm sure I'll change the monitor in the future. I'm saving 350$ - 400$ a month to put into a new system so it really depends on how long I'd like to wait!

On another note, what should I choose for Sound Cards, Wired Network Adapter, and Wireless Network Adapters, if any? And what about thermal compound/case fans? No idea what to or what else I would even need!

drewhoo · Jun 13, 2013

Think really hard about why you want to OC. It adds $50 (K series cost extra for same hardware and you don't need a $35 aftermarket cooler for a locked CPU because the stock cooler is adequate) to the build. That $50 would serve you much better if put into a better GPU. I was unable to notice a difference in FPS in Skyrim when OCing an additional 1.2 Ghz, but it is worth it to me for media editing purposes.

The case is very large for the specs you posted--unless you're planning on sticking more than 4 HDDs in it. A lot of Micro ATX Mini Towers could easily fit all the components you posted. I'll post some suggestions if you're interested.

IMO buying really nice input devices like those you listed is a smart move. They're the parts you'll interact with most and you'll really appreciate the quality there.

Something else you might want to consider is moving up to a 2560x1440 monitor. I play BF3 on Medium at this resolution (fps in the 50s) with an OC'd 560 Ti, and I prefer that to Ultra on a 1080p monitor (which my sister does with a GTX 570). The extra resolution is nuts, and you'll never, ever want to go back.

edit: You could save $20 on the RAM by getting uglier sticks for $53 at the same capacity and speed. http://www.newegg.com/Product/ProductList.aspx?Submit=ENE&N=100007611%20600006069%20600006050&IsNodeId=1&name=240-Pin%20DDR3%20SDRAM

RichardM94 · Jun 14, 2013

drewhoo :

Thank you for the reply!

The reason I've gotten the case that I have is so I can put more into it in the future as I plan on doing a lot of upgrading and what not so I just wanted to be safe! I heard the 7870 dishes out great performance when overclocked and when viewing benchmarks, the 7870 seems to be the sweet spot for me. I'll look into getting a better monitor though! And thanks for the tip on the RAM.

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